From Layoff to 6-Figure Entrepreneur: My Journey to Becoming Unforgettable with Chris Corinthian

From Layoff to 6-Figure Entrepreneur: My Journey to Becoming Unforgettable with Chris Corinthian

33:48 Mar 6, 2026
About this episode
Chris Corinthian, CEO of FinLit University, a financial literacy educator who helps high school and college students find money for school, avoid student loan debt, and build real financial skills that set them up for life.Through his workshops, curriculum development, speaking engagements, and his book Financial Literacy 101 for College Students, Chris teaches students and families how to make smarter money decisions and create better financial futures.Now, Chris’s shift into full time entrepreneurship, driven by his commitment to being present for his child with special needs, demonstrates how purpose and responsibility can fuel meaningful impact.And while balancing a growing business, expanding opportunities, and the realities of parenting, he continues to build a mission shaped by service, flexibility, and genuine care for the people he teaches.Here’s where to find more:Co-host of Emmy-Nominated PBS show, "My Money Mentors"https://www.pbs.org/show/my-money-mentorsInstagram: https://instagram.com/thefinlitguyLinkedIn:https://linkedin.com/in/thefinlitguy________________________________________________Welcome to The Unforget Yourself Show where we use the power of woo and the proof of science to help you identify your blind spots, and get over your own bullshit so that you can do the fucking thing you ACTUALLY want to do!We’re Mark and Katie, the founders of Unforget Yourself and the creators of the Unforget Yourself System and on this podcast, we’re here to share REAL conversations about what goes on inside the heart and minds of those brave and crazy enough to start their own business. From the accidental entrepreneur to the laser-focused CEO, we find out how they got to where they are today, not by hearing the go-to story of their success, but talking about how we all have our own BS to deal with and it’s through facing ourselves that we find a way to do the fucking thing.Along the way, we hope to show you that YOU are the most important asset in your business (and your life - duh!). Being a business owner is tough! With vulnerability and humor, we get to the real story behind their success and show you that you’re not alone._____________________Find all our links to all the things like the socials, how to work with us and how to apply to be on the podcast here: https://linktr.ee/unforgetyourself
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